2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1988 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Carina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Carina (72 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 2007 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Citroen C3 (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Citroen C3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1988 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Citroen | Toyota |
| Model | C3 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2540 mm |
